The State of the Black Male. Presence, Purpose, and the Pressure to Provide #ABalancedLife

6.2.2026 #ABalancedLife: The State of the Black Male. Presence, Purpose, and the Pressure to Provide | S4E113 Black men are often expected to be providers, protectors, leaders, mentors, husbands, fathers, and role models all at the same time. But who supports the men carrying that weight? Dr. Jacquie is joined by A. Scott Bolden, Art Robinson, Carlos Scott, and Dr. Tierney for a candid conversation about the state of the Black male in America today. From political and economic uncertainty to fatherhood, mentorship, community leadership, and personal responsibility, the panel explores the pressures Black men face and the importance of staying present through it all. The discussion examines how mentorship shapes the next generation, why representation matters, and what happens when men tie their worth to what they provide instead of who they are. The panel also shares personal insights on raising sons, creating safe spaces, setting boundaries, managing stress, and learning when to ask for help. At its core, this conversation is about presence, purpose, and community. It’s a reminder that Black men are not superheroes. They are human beings who need support, connection, and space to grow while continuing to show up for their families and communities. Download the Black Star Network app at http://www.blackstarnetwork.com! We're on iOS, AppleTV, Android, AndroidTV, Roku, FireTV, XBox and SamsungTV. The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platform covered under Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research.